I would absolutely stay away from any course where the instructor flaunts their "wealth" while trying to sell you on the course.  

Flaunt whatcha got.

Michael is unethical and dishonest, end of story.Please see this thread to assuage any doubts as to this reality:https://www.biggerpockets.com/...Few things in this world upset me more than scammers, thieves, and liars; especially ones who flaunt their self-proclaimed piety to extent that Michael repeatedly has on his podcast.Micahel is a con. 

I hope this doesn't look like I'm flaunting my situation, though I am grateful, I instead hope this makes my situation more clear so others can offer more tailored advice. 

Flaunt your pre-approval letter, go see a few properties, and develop confidence in your own judgement...until then most agents will keep you in the MLS auto-search purgatory until you prove yourself.

I personally think people who flaunt their wealth on social media are usually looking for validation. 

Should that person blatantly flaunt the rules - and you as owners allow it - then the HOA may get sued over and above the coverage.

When I'm a seller, I'll flaunt the low expenses of having tenants pay their own utilities. 

I’m not interested in flaunting any level of success but at the same time I do want to help others succeed and offer encouragement that financial success is achievable.

Tell them you are tired of playing by the rules when other flaunt them.They are missing out on a lot of tax revenue.Having said that, do you have proof that they are operating unlicensed other than the missing license number?